Child & Family Practitioner

GLL (Better) is looking for an enthusiastic, caring and dedicated Child & Family Practitioner to join our vibrant Children's Centre team, working across our centres in Kidbrooke and Eltham, as well as community venues nearby. This role is based on working a 30 hour week, all year round. If you're passionate about supporting young children and their families and want to play a key role in helping children thrive during their early years, we'd love to hear from you. About the Role As a Child & Family Practitioner, you'll help create a safe, stimulating, educational and welcoming environment where children under five can learn, develop and flourish. Working within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, you'll support children's physical, social, emotional and intellectual development through engaging activities tailored to their individual needs and interests. You'll work closely with colleagues, families and partner organisations to ensure Children's Centre services are accessible, inclusive and enjoyable for all local families. What You'll Be Doing Planning and delivering engaging Stay & Play sessions that inspire learning and development. Providing safe, creative and stimulating crÿche sessions for children whose parents are attending courses and programmes. Support our childcare settings when required. Supporting children's learning through play-based activities both indoors and outdoors. Building positive, trusting relationships with children and their families. Promoting children's development, confidence and independence. Supporting children with English as an Additional Language (EAL) and valuing every child's culture, language and background. Contributing to an inclusive, nurturing and diverse environment that promotes equal opportunities for all families. Ensuring safeguarding procedures and best practice standards are maintained at all times. What We're Looking For To be successful in this role, you'll have: ✅ NVQ Level 2, preferably Level 3 in Childcare/Child Development (or equivalent) ✅ Experience working with children under five years old and their families ✅ Knowledge of the EYFS framework and evidence-based early years practice ✅ Understanding of safeguarding procedures and child protection responsibilities ✅ Knowledge of Ofsted Children's Centre requirements and standards ✅ Experience supporting children from diverse backgrounds, including children with additional needs and disabilities ✅ A good understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion ✅ Excellent communication and teamwork skills ✅ A positive, proactive and child-centred approach Why Join GLL? As the UK's largest charitable social enterprise and leisure operator, we believe our people are our greatest asset. We're proud to offer a supportive and rewarding working environment where you can develop your career while making a real difference in your local community. Our benefits include: Values-driven charitable organisation Excellent learning and development opportunities Career progression pathways Competitive rates of pay Generous pension schemes Discounted gym membership for you and your partner Health assurance benefits Ride to Work scheme Free eye tests and discounted glasses Access to GLL Extras retail discounts across thousands of retailers 25% off Red Letter Days and Buyagift experiences 20% off GLL spa treatments and products Exclusive discounts on GLL holiday villas in Portugal and ski chalets in Bulgaria Opportunity to join the GLL Society and help shape how we operate About GLL GLL is the UK's largest charitable social enterprise, managing over 400 leisure centres, libraries, sporting venues and children's centres across England, Wales and Northern Ireland. Our people come from the communities we serve, helping to improve health, wellbeing and life opportunities for residents every day. One of our core values is More Than a Job, reflecting our commitment to creating meaningful careers with opportunities to learn, grow and make a lasting impact. We are proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.